Festival de la Renaissance d'Anet

A Renaissance day in the grounds of the Château d’Anet

On Saturday, June 27, 2026, the grounds of the Château d’Anet will step back in time. For one day, from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm, the estate of Diane de Poitiers transforms into a pre-Renaissance village. Titled "Dawn of the Renaissance," the festival highlights the transition between the fading Middle Ages and the emerging Renaissance, right where Philibert de l’Orme built one of the finest 16th-century French châteaux for the favorite of Henri II. Access to the festival is free and open to all, with no booking required.

A medieval market and continuous reenactments

The heart of the day is the medieval market set up in the park, featuring stalls to browse and artisans demonstrating traditional crafts. Surrounding the market, historical encampments offer a glimpse into daily life from that era. There is no fixed schedule, as activities run continuously from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm, allowing you to wander from one camp to another at your own pace.

Tournaments, artillery, and archery

Tournaments and combat displays will punctuate the day, led by the Chevalerie initiatique troupe. Nearby, L’artilleur du roy will provide artillery firing demonstrations, and archery sessions will be available for visitors. These displays showcase the weaponry and military techniques from the turn of the century.

Equestrian show and birds of prey

Two highlights stand out in the program: an equestrian show featuring riders and their mounts in the park, and falconry demonstrations by Les Ailes de l’Urga, with birds of prey soaring over the estate. Period music and dancing will accompany the day between shows.

Taverns, refreshments, and parking on the Friche

Food and drink are available on-site, with refreshment stands and taverns scattered throughout the park, making it easy to spend the entire day with the family. Parking is located on the Friche, in the immediate vicinity of the Château d’Anet.

A festival supported by Les Amis d’Anet

The event is organized jointly by the Les Amis d’Anet association, the Eure-et-Loir Departmental Council, the town of Anet, the Merchants' Association, and the Festival Committee, in partnership with the Château d’Anet. For information, contact Les Amis d’Anet at 02 37 64 24 15 or 06 86 10 44 48, or the tourist information office at the Centre d’Interprétation de la Renaissance at 02 37 41 49 09.

Visiting the château on the same day

A tour of the Château d’Anet is not included in the festival admission. It takes place separately in the afternoon, from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm, with the last entry at 5:00 pm. The frequency of tours depends on the day's attendance.